Delegated Legislation Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What is delegated legislation?
A
Parliament giving law making power to another body by passing an Enabling Act
2
Q
What are the types of Delegated Legislation?
A
- By Laws
- Statutory Instruments
- Orders in Council
3
Q
Explain By Laws
A
- Made by local authorities for local matters
- Made by public corporations in relation to their activities
4
Q
Explain Statutory Instruments
A
- Made by government ministers in their areas of responsibility
(Update laws, respond to developments etc)
5
Q
Explain Orders in Council
A
- Made by King and Privy Council
(Deals with emergencies etc)
6
Q
Advantages of Delegated Legislation
A
- Democratic
- Detailed process
- Emergency Bill can pass quickly
- Saves parliament time
- Ensures laws made with relevant expertise
7
Q
Disadvantages of Delegated Legislation
A
- Undemocratic
- Overused
- Lack of control/moderation (leads to poorly made laws)
